Sketches for a Cavalry Battle; the Hind Legs of a Dog 1813 - 1814

"Sketches for a Cavalry Battle; the Hind Legs of a Dog" is a collection of preparatory sketches by Théodore Géricault, dating back to 1813-1814. The piece depicts a scene of intense action with numerous studies of horses and riders in various dynamic poses, capturing the chaos and movement of a cavalry battle. This drawing, now held at The Art Institute of Chicago, provides a glimpse into Géricault's creative process, revealing his meticulous approach to composition and anatomy. The artist's fascination with movement, which would later be seen in his iconic masterpiece "The Raft of the Medusa," is evident in these sketches.